CDL-A Dedicated Driver

Hiring Area: Baltimore, MD
Home Time: Every other weekend with a full 48-hour reset
Weekly Pay: $1,300–$1,450
Freight Type: Mostly no-touch OTR dry van freight
Automatic trucks | Consistent miles | Paid orientation

Consistent customer freight and better scheduling visibility help keep this CDL-A truck driver position organized from one load to the next. Drivers operate across established interstate routes with dispatch working to coordinate upcoming assignments in advance whenever possible. This provides a clearer operating schedule while supporting steady mileage throughout each 12-day running cycle.

Average haul lengths range from 700 to 750 miles, helping drivers maintain productive mileage throughout the week. Advance load planning also helps create smoother transitions between assignments and reduces unnecessary waiting for the next move.

Route & Freight Details

Freight consists primarily of no-touch dry van loads moving through an established network of interstate customer lanes. Drivers handle a combination of drop-and-hook and live load freight, with the majority of shipments requiring no driver unloading. Consistent customer demand supports reliable freight movement across the network.

• Mostly no-touch dry van freight
• Average haul lengths of 700–750 miles
• Consistent interstate customer freight
• Rider and pet program available

Truck Setup

Drivers operate 2021 and newer Freightliner and Kenworth tractors with automatic transmissions. Many trucks include APUs, inverters, and refrigerator space for added comfort during multi-day trips. Equipment is maintained through a company-supported maintenance network focused on reducing service delays and keeping trucks available for dispatch.

Running Schedule

Drivers follow a 12-day operating schedule followed by a full 48-hour reset at home every other weekend. Approved drivers may take their assigned truck home during resets or utilize a company parking location if preferred.

Earnings & Benefits

Weekly earnings typically range from $1,300 to $1,450 depending on experience, miles, and freight flow. Detention pay is available for qualifying delays. After six months, drivers become eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

CDL-A Driver Requirements

Valid Class A CDL

Minimum 3 months of recent tractor-trailer experience

Safe driving record

Ability to run interstate routes

CK Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veteran status.